Haskell Hut
Closed for the season. Haskell Hut operates only during winter from mid-January through mid-March. Reservations for the 2027 winter season open mid-December 2026 via Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 6 nights per season with no more than 3 consecutive nights per visit.
Heat Advisory issued July 3 at 1:33PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 95 expected today. * WHERE...Northern Penobscot and Southeast Aroostook Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Air Quality Alert issued July 2 at 3:15PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution until midnight EDT Sunday night. Particle pollution levels rose into the Unhealthy range earlier this afternoon and continue to be high. Smoke from fires in Quebec moved into Maine today. For the Northen region, people are advised to follow the health message if visibility is poor or they can smell smoke. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, older adults, those who work outdoors, those with pre-existing respiratory problems such as asthma, and those with heart disease. It is okay to be active outdoors. But if you experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in your chest, please consider limiting the intensity and duration of your outdoor activities. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll free number is: 1-800-223-1196. Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has the air quality forecast available on the web at www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.
Katahdin Overlook Closure
The Katahdin Overlook is currently closed for construction. Visitors are not permitted in the overlook area due to construction hazards. It is still possible to access anything else on the loop road.
About
Haskell Hut offers a true backcountry winter experience in Maine's Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. The small log cabin sits on a hill with views of Haskell Deadwater along the East Branch Penobscot River. The hut features six bunk beds with wooden sleeping platforms, a wood stove with split firewood provided, and limited cookware. A pit toilet with toilet paper is available nearby. This is a primitive camping experience requiring full self-sufficiency. There is no potable water; visitors must filter water from nearby streams or melt and treat snow. No electricity, lighting, cell service, or trash service exists. All trash, food scraps, and waste must be packed out following Leave No Trace principles. Guests must bring their own sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cook stove, fuel, and all provisions. Access is via a 5.5-mile trail from the North Gate parking area on New River Road, following an old logging road with gentle elevation changes. The trail is generally packed and groomed weekly for cross-country skiing during the season, but trails and huts are not patrolled. Visitors should establish emergency protocols and carry satellite communication devices.
Directions
Access from the north entrance via New River Road. Park at the North Gate and ski or snowshoe approximately 5.5 miles south to the hut. The trail follows an old logging road with gentle elevation changes. The hut is located approximately 5 miles south of the North Gate and 1.4 miles south of Haskell Gate.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (207) 456-6001 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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